For a national TV audience, Tuesday’s Game 1 was probably a little bit dull. Then again, baseball lovers probably like watching these teams. They both have an excess of good arms, and they don’t give a lineup a chance to start a rally. Scot Shields and Neal Cotts are two examples of guys casual fans haven’t heard of who are essential to their teams’ chances.

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